BURLINGTON – The State of Vermont reported 72 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday morning, the highest number of cases reported since the start of the pandemic, and almost double the number of new […]
Yesterday highest number ever of Vermont Covid cases
In February, Biden chief-of-staff nominee dismissed ‘pandemic of fear’
by Guy Page Ron Klain, Democratic nominee Joe Biden’s appointee for chief-of-staff, February 13 tweeted “We don’t have a Covid-19 epidemic in the US but we are starting to see a fear […]
New England interstate youth hockey suspended
Montpelier – In response to recent coronavirus outbreaks associated with the conduct of interstate youth hockey activities, Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, Maine Governor Janet Mills, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, […]
Today’s News, 11/11/2020
Vermont a ‘brutally violent’ place for teen prostitute, survivor says in video BY GUY PAGE ON NOVEMBER 11, 2020 • ( LEAVE A COMMENT ) Last year, H568, a bill to study legalization of prostitution passed the Vermont […]
Recount for Mitzi Johnson House seat set for Friday, Nov. 20
by Guy Page The recount for the Grand Isle – West Milton district in the Vermont House of Representatives will be held Friday, November 20 at the North Hero Town Hall, sources […]
Vermont a ‘brutally violent’ place for teen prostitute, survivor says in video
by Guy Page Last year, H568, a bill to study legalization of prostitution passed the Vermont House but was not taken up by the Vermont Senate. It is expected that its supporters […]
Veterans’ home residents isolated by pandemic – you can help
Today, as Vermonters observe Veterans’ Day, the residents of the Vermont Veterans Home (VVH) in Bennington have only limited contact with loved ones due to the pandemic and staffing demands. But concerned […]
Today’s News Tuesday 11/10/2020
Scott denies congrats to Biden congrats are premature BY GUY PAGE ON NOVEMBER 10, 2020 • ( LEAVE A COMMENT ) Saturday Nov. 7, a short time after the national Associated Press and other press organizations declared […]
Scott denies congrats to Biden congrats are premature
Saturday Nov. 7, a short time after the national Associated Press and other press organizations declared Democrat Joseph Biden the winner of the Pennsylvania primary and the likely recipient of 270 electoral […]
WDEV: fired host Gram would ‘throw himself into’ political opinion
Dave Gram was let go as WDEV morning talk host this past weekend in part because of how he interjected his political opinions into discussions, both he and station management said. “We […]
Quarantine required for all non-essential travel
Gov. Phil Scott suspended the Vermont Covid-19 ‘travel map’ today. The State of Vermont has implemented a mandatory 14-day quarantine for any non-essential returning or traveling to Vermont. Any Vermonter who travels […]
As mercury drops, State offers options to red-tagged property owners
The State of Vermont will work with the 1,625 Vermont property owners with “red-tagged” fuel tanks – those requiring repair or replacement before fuel can be delivered – to ensure they do […]
Century of wildlife management celebrated at Dead Creek, famous geese viewing spot
ADDISON – Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department staff gathered with conservation partners at the Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area in Addison on Friday to commemorate a century’s worth of wildlife management area […]
Free fishing, hunting for recognized tribes begins in January
Free Vermont state recognized tribal citizen hunting and fishing licenses will become available in January, 2021, according to the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department. Act 143, approved by the 2020 Legislature, states […]
Cynthia Browning, defeated in House run, floats candidacy for Speaker
Editor’s note: On Election Day, Rep. Cynthia Browning lost her bid for re-election. After vehemently opposing House Speaker Mitzi Johnson during the session this year, the gadfly Democrat from Arlington ran as […]
Anti-retail pot, BLM opponent defeats Dem House incumbent – without Facebook
On Election Day last Tuesday, Art Peterson of Clarendon proved that a determined challenger can defeat an established Democratic incumbent – without any help from Facebook. Seven days ago Peterson was a […]
Gram out, Cengeri in as WDEV morning talk host
At 9:05 this morning, WDEV listeners tuned in to the “Dave Gram Show” – only to find Vermont radio veteran Ric Cengeri hosting a new program called “Vermont Viewpoint.” Cengeri, a former […]
This Week’s Top Stories
Levine, Scott advise small social gatherings – no mandate yet BY GUY PAGE ON NOVEMBER 6, 2020 Montpelier – Governor Phil Scott and Health Commissioner Mark Levine, MD, today announced an advisory on social […]
Scott, Levine advise small social gatherings – no mandate yet
Montpelier – Governor Phil Scott and Health Commissioner Mark Levine, MD, today announced an advisory on social gatherings, strongly recommending they be limited to 10 or fewer people. Noting that Vermont has seen […]
Scott wants mail-in ballots for Town Meeting
Gov. Phil Scott wants the Legislature to allow mail-in voting for Town Meeting, he said at his press conference today. In response to a question posed by VT Digger’s Anne Wallace Allen […]
For Dem/Prog loss of supermajority, GOP can thank Phil Scott….and John Klar
By Guy Page The Vermont House Democrat/Progressive supermajority evaporated on Election Day. The axiom that Republican governors have short coattails proved wrong this year. Republican Phil Scott’s ponytailed Democratic/Progressive competitor won fewer […]
O baby, what an election! Bundle of good news for VT GOP
Below are just a handful of the key successes Vermont Republicans realized this election, according to a statement released today by the Vermont Republican Party President Deb Billado: The re-election of Governor […]
Dem Speaker Mitzi Johnson, Prog leader Chesnut-Tangerman ousted from House by surging GOP
by Guy Page November 4, 2020 – After narrow Election Day wins, the Vermont Republican House Caucus now stands at 46, with two independents considered likely to vote with them on many […]
Vermont GOP poised to add three House seats; little change in Senate
By Guy Page As of 12:20 AM, Nov. 4, with 252 of 275 districts reporting, several House districts appear to have “flipped” to a different party, according to the Vermont Secretary of […]
Early returns show promise for GOP pickups in Vermont House
By Guy Page 10:30 pm, Nov. 3 – It’s early yet, but there are signs that the GOP may pick up some seats in the Vermont House. Gov. Phil Scott’s 68%-27% lead […]
Citing “complacent” populace, Mass guv restricts size of social gatherings, imposes curfew and $500 fine
By Guy Page Gov. Charlie Baker of Massachusetts yesterday announced an executive order limiting indoor and outdoor crowd sizes and authorizing police to levy $500 fines for each person in attendance above […]
Can House GOP get its veto back? Watch these races
By Guy Page November 3, 2020 – Republicans in the Vermont House of Representatives need eight more seats to reach the 51 necessary to sustain a governor’s veto. The Legislature’s 103-vote override […]
UVM Medical Center blocks incoming email, patient portal still down
by Guy Page – Below are 10 takeaways the press statement and other information available today at 2:30 pm by the University of Vermont Medical Center about last week’s “cyberattack event.” The […]
11/2 Edition: school snow days? / Charles Murray / In-person voting tips / Biden ‘character’
As snow falls, some ask – do schools still need ‘snow days’? BYGUY PAGEON NOVEMBER 2, 2020 • ( LEAVE A COMMENT ) The first major fall snowstorm blanketed Vermont this morning. Some Vermonters asked: do schools […]
As snow falls, some ask – do schools still need ‘snow days’?
By Guy Page November 2, 2020 – The first major fall snowstorm blanketed Vermont this morning. Some Vermonters asked: do schools with institutionalized, widespread remote learning still need ‘snow days’? For example, […]
If Biden elected, remember 2017 attack on Charles Murray at Middlebury College
COMMENTARY By Guy Page Last Wednesday, Marxist and two-party system opponent Angela Davis was an honored featured speaker at Middlebury College. Hundreds attended via zoom. In February, another large, peaceful, approving crowd […]
Condos reminds voters of safe, effective voting options
Vermont Secretary of State Jim Condos has issued a message to Vermont voters reminding them of their safe voting options for the November 3 General Election: “vote your ballot!” “However you plan […]
Media, Democratic party push fraudulent Biden “character”
By Mark Shepard Do you know the real value of your vote? Comparing the stark contrast between the energy and foreign policies of President Donald Trump and his Democratic challenger, former Vice […]
As Covid grows, Scott urges vigilance to avoid more state restrictions
Wells River site named to replace Woodside juvenile facility Police monitoring Slate Ridge firearms center controversy By Guy Page October 30, 2020 – The Scott administration “will be forced to do something […]
Torti to leave Lake Champlain Chamber
Tom Torti, longtime president of the state’s largest business organization, is stepping down. He will be replaced by longtime Lake Champlain Chamber executive Cathy Davis. Torti released the following statement today: On […]
Climate council appointed; action plan due Dec. 1, 2021
Meeting 26% 2025 reduction goal would mean 130,000 fewer gasoline-powered cars on road, 50,000 fewer homes heated by oil, fuel dealers exec says By Matt Cota, Executive Director, Vermont Fuel Dealers October […]
FBI warned hospitals of ‘ransomware’ attacks
Timing of UVM Medical Center patient portal shutdown linked to costly “Ryuk” ransomware attacks by Guy Page October 29, 2020 – The U.S. government yesteday issued an alert about ransomware attacks on […]
Thursday, October 29, 2020 Edition
Shelburne leads all towns, cities with 69% ballot returns New interactive map tracks mailed ballot returns in real time By Valentina Czochanski, Community News Service,with material contributed by Vermont Daily October 29, 2020 […]
Shelburne leads VT towns with 69% of ballots returned
New interactive map tracks mailed ballot returns in real time By Valentina Czochanski, Community News Service, with material contributed by Vermont Daily October 29, 2020 – For the first time ever, every […]
ST J prison goes on lockdown, takes no new prisoners after guard tests positive
Resumption of volunteer, church services in state prisons won’t be happening soon October 29, 2020 – An officer at the Northeast Correctional Complex in St. Johnsbury has tested positive for COVID-19, according […]
Fall wildlife foods less abundant – but no famine predicted
Vermont Fish & Wildlife is reporting that several important fall foods for wildlife are less abundant this year. “Fish & Wildlife staff routinely survey mast stands around the state in late September […]
Vermont boxed in on Covid-19 travel map – almost
Unless you’re going to quiet Washington County NY, every out-of-state travel destination crosses or is located in quarantine zone By Guy Page October 29, 2020 – Well, you didn’t want to travel […]
Wednesday, October 28, 2020 Edition
Condos: Vermonters can’t recall votes and vote again Legislature could make universal mailed ballot permanent Brute force hacking: “we now have prohibited it for sure” By Guy Page October 28, 2020 – […]
97 years ago, a Vermonter stayed in a sinking submarine to rescue fellow crewman
Henry Breault survived and was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor. But no-one knows where in Vermont he lived By Guy Page October 28, 2020 – Today marks the 97th anniversary of […]
Feds take point on Election DAy anti-fraud efforts
United States Attorney Christina Nolan announced Oct. 25 that Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSA) Michael Drescher and Barbara Masterson will lead the efforts in connection with the Justice Department’s nationwide Election Day […]
VT media still mum about Hunter Biden laptop
By Guy Page October 28, 2020 – Where the Hunter Biden laptop scandal story is concerned, it’s still crickets from the Vermont media. On October 15, Vermont Daily published “VT media buzz […]
Condos: Vermonters can’t ‘recall’ votes and vote again
Legislature could make universal mailed ballot permanent Brute force hacking: “we now have prohibited it for sure” By Guy Page October 28, 2020 – There’s no “do-over” allowed for Vermont voters, Secretary […]
One week out, questions answered about Nov. 3 election
Will results be available Election Night? Is my voter registration data secure? Where can I learn more about the candidates? And what’s going on with High Bailiff? These questions and more answered […]
Monday, October 26, 2020 Edition
Questions about residency and voting dogging Dem LG candidate Molly Gray She’s slow to answer By Guy Page Questions about how having lived in Switzerland may affect her constitutional eligibility to serve […]
Unlikely critic of Roe v. Wade: Ruth Bader Ginsburg
by Guy Page October 26, 2020 – By this evening, Amy Conant Barrett will almost certainly be the ninth justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. Critics of her opposition to Roe V. […]
Marxism’s founder used “N-word,” denigrated Jews
1619 Project editor bashes America’s Founders, Vermont’s complicity with slavery, but mum on Marx By Guy Page October 25, 2020 – New York Times Magazine writer Nicole Hannah-Jones won the 2020 Pulitzer […]
Green New Deal would hammer U.S. environment
The economic cost of the Green New Deal is well understood. But what about the environmental costs? by Paul Driessen Some 90% of all US wells are now hydraulically fractured. Fracked wells […]
Dogged by residency question, Molly Gray slow to fully answer
By Guy Page October 24, 2020 – Questions about how having lived in Switzerland may affect her constitutional eligibility to serve as lieutenant governor continue to dog Democratic nominee Molly Gray. Her […]
Vermont Daily: Friday, October 23, 2020 Edition
Report: Bernie wants Biden to name him Secretary of Labor Who would fill Sanders’ Senate seat? By Guy Page Vermont conservatives see a silver lining if Joe Biden defeats Donald Trump on […]
State tax revenue up 23% in September, 9% for first quarter
Revenue exceeds expectations lowered by pandemic General Fund revenues for the month of September were $165.97 million versus the monthly target of $134.49 million, +$31.49 million or +23.41% above the consensus target, […]
GUV: Temporary fuel tanks may go to “red-tagged” homeowners
By Guy Page October 23, 2020 – Gov. Phil Scott said the State of Vermont may provide temporary fuel storage to homeowners prohibited from receiving heating fuel deliveries due to uninspected or […]
Report: Bernie wants Biden to name him Secretary of Labor
Who would fill Sanders’ Senate seat? By Guy Page October 23, 2020 – Vermont conservatives see a silver lining if Joe Biden defeats Donald Trump on November 3: Vermont may no longer […]
CDC finetunes ‘close contact’ due to VT prison guard illness
Vermont prison guard was masked, gloved and never was within six feet of anyone for 15 consecutive minutes – the CDC definition of ‘close contact.’ He got sick anyway by Guy Page […]
Good Samaritan rescues vulnerable voter data from potential cybertheft
By Guy Page October 22, 2020 – On September 28, software engineer Jon Lynch of Colchester expressed concern to state officials that the voter portal on the Vermont Secretary of State website […]
Vermont Daily: Thursday, October 22 Edition
Investigation begun by Vermont’s federal prosecutor leads to $8 Billion payout by opioid maker The Department of Justice Wednesday October 21 announced a global resolution of its criminal and civil investigations into […]
Gov. Scott announces expanded hazard pay for frontline employees
Applications Open October 28 – program applies to healthcare, human services, pharmacy, grocery, some retail jobs October 22, 2020 – Gov. Phil Scott today announced the second round of the Frontline Employee […]
Investigation begun by Vermont U.S. Attorney Nolan leads to $8 B Purdue Pharma opioid settlement
The Department of Justice Wednesday October 21 announced a global resolution of its criminal and civil investigations into the opioid manufacturer Purdue Pharma. “The abuse and diversion of prescription opioids has […]
Vermont Daily: Wednesday, October 21 edition
NRA endorses pro-Second Amendment House candidates – but not all of them Many pro-Second Amendment candidates not given endorsement, usually due to apparent lack of information by Guy Page The following candidates […]
Pro-police, pro-life, gun-rights advocate Sexton runs as Guv write-in
by Guy Page October 21, 2020 – An Essex Junction advocate of gun rights, pro-police rally organizer, and opponent to abortion announced October 13 he is a write-in candidate for governor. Jim […]
NRA endorses House candidates – but there’s more to the story
Many pro-Second Amendment candidates not given endorsement, usually due to apparent lack of information by Guy Page October 21, 2020 – The following candidates for the Vermont House of Representatives have received […]
From the “You can’t make this stuff up” Dept.:
Climate-minded City of Burlington pushing electric heat – but it’s main source of electricity is largest C02 emitter in Vermont Received today from Matt Cota of the Vermont Fuel Dealers Association: The […]
Vermonters crossing into central, northern NH must quarantine 14 days unless trip “essential”
Governor a NIMBY on New England wind power By Guy Page October 20, 2020 – Vermonters who make “unnecessary” trips across the Connecticut River into central and northern New Hampshire must quarantine […]
Vermont Daily: Tuesday, October 20, 2020 Edition
Governors’ group suggests carbon pricing for New England grid electricity By Guy Page An organization representing the New England states wants the regional power transmission grid to cut carbon emissions, and suggest […]
No new positive cases among 2000 VT inmates
Republished from Sun Community News MONTPELIER | The third round of mass testing for all Vermont facilities showed no new positive cases of COVID-19 among the more than 2,000 Vermont staff and […]
Commentary: ‘Red Tag’ homeowner website an invasion of privacy
by Dave Soulia Think your vote for the Legislature doesn’t matter? You might want to consider the new “red tag” rule that prevents hundreds of Vermonters from filling up their heating oil […]
governors suggest carbon pricing for New England grid electricity
“Vision Statement” recommends study of electricity carbon pricing in New England By Guy Page October 19, 2020 – An organization representing the New England states wants the regional power transmission grid to […]
Wright’s Mountain Runners raise $$ to fight suicide among VT veterans
by Linda Duxbury BRADFORD—With high energy anticipation, 15 runners awaited the 9 a.m. launch from the Devil’s Den Trailhead on Wright’s Mountain on the morning of Oct. 10. The 24-hour DD Ultra […]
Vermont Daily: Monday, October 19 edition
NRA endorses a few Dems, mostly Republicans for Vermont Senate But Dem incumbents Sears, Nitka, Starr get “A” grade, endorsement from Second Amendment advocates By Guy Page Several Democratic incumbents are among […]
Middlebury asked to allow marijuana sales
Under new commercial cannabis law, town voters must grant permission for retail sales Re-published from Sun Community News, Middlebury October 16, 2020 – At a Middlebury Selectboard meeting held on Oct. 13, […]
Drug addiction, Darwinism lurk behind “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde”
For Halloween season, Northfield author reviews horror classics for Halloween season Editor’s note: for the Halloween season, author Peter Fernandez of Northfield has authored thoughtful reviews of two horror classics: Robert Louis […]
Heating fuel deliveries forbidden to ‘red tagged’ homeowners
Inspection deadline extension no help for homeowners already ‘red tagged’ by Guy Page October 19, 2020 – Friday’s Vermont Daily report about hundreds of Vermonters forbidden by state law from receiving heating […]
GOP Senate candidates get most NRA endorsements
But Dem incumbents Sears, Nitka, Starr get “A” grade, endorsement from Second Amendment advocates By Guy Page Several Democratic incumbents are among the Vermont state senators, including Sen. Richard Sears (Bennington) and […]
Vermont Daily: Friday, October 16 edition
Questioning Barrett, Leahy repeats false claims, religious broadcasters say Alliance for Defending Freedom (ADF) defended conscience rights among Vermont health care workers in 2016 suit By Guy Page Tuesday, October 13, during […]
Dem nominee for High Bailiff says police need more civilian oversight
Pro-pot lawyer, deputy sheriff and former bailiff seek Addison High Bailiff post By Guy Page Will Addison County choose a deputy sheriff, a former high bailiff, or a pro-legal marijuana lawyer to […]
As winter approaches, heating fuel denied hundreds of ‘red tagged’ homeowners
By Guy Page As late-October cold weather moves in, hundreds of Vermont home and property owners are forbidden to fill up their heating fuel tanks. These property owners have been “red-tagged,” or […]
Questioning Barrett, Leahy repeats false claims, religious broadcasters say
Alliance for Defending Freedom (ADF) defended conscience rights among Vermont health care workers in 2016 suit By Guy Page Tuesday, October 13, during the second day of hearings to examine the nomination […]
Vermont Daily: Wednesday, October 15 Edition
Vermont media buzz about Biden computer = crickets by Guy Page 4 PM, October 15, 2020 – At 5 AM on October 14, the New York Post published a story with this lead paragraph: “Hunter […]
VT media buzz about Biden computer = crickets
By Guy Page 4 PM, October 15 – At 5 AM on October 14, the New York Post published a story with this lead paragraph: “Hunter Biden introduced his father, then-Vice President […]
Analysis: Renewable power carbon tax looms in guvs’ “decarbonization” request
Scott, four other NE governors request “decarbonized” power grid yesterday, seven months after regional grid prez seeks consensus for carbon pricing By Guy Page October 15, 2020 – Yesterday, five of six […]
Vermont Daily: Wednesday October 14, 2020 Edition
Donald Trump, the Peace President….and other reasons why I waved a flag at a pro-Trump rally last week By Guy Page Last Friday I donned my Trump hat, dug out a Trump-Pence […]
Milne reels in four more Dem endorsements
October 14, 2020 – GOP candidate for lieutenant governor Scott Milne has received four more endorsements from Democratic leaders. Former St. Albans Mayor Marty Manahan, former Rep. Dick Allard (D-St. Albans), former […]
VT GOP radio campaign: if you like Phil Scott, vote for legislators who will help him
Tuesday morning thousands of Vermonters listened in as the Vermont Republican Party began a multi-station radio campaign across Vermont, getting on the airwaves from Alburg to Vernon. “The Vermont Republican Party is […]
I rallied for Trump last week. Ask me why
Explaining why I joined a pro-Trump rally in Barre last week and will attend this Friday, too By Guy Page October 14, 2020 – Last Friday I donned my Trump hat, dug […]
Record lake trout caught in Lake Champlain
Lack of wounds testament to Successful Sea Lamprey Control Efforts The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department recently certified a record fish entry for a 19.36-pound lake trout caught in Lake Champlain in […]
Psychiatric survivors object to police oversight of crisis response workers
Embedding mental health workers in police won’t create necessary culture change, survivors and experts tell lawmakers – to no avail This news article was first published in the most recent edition of […]
“Green Ed” licensing law ties building professionals into state energy goals
Electricians, plumbers, etc. must take course in state energy goals to earn, renew licenses by Guy Page October 13, 2020 – The State of Vermont has two separate “90% by 2050” energy […]
Legislature yet to apologize for eugenics law
1931 sterilization law targeted Abenaki, mentally ill, French-Canadians By Guy Page October 12, 2020 – Today, Vermont observes its second annual Indigenous Peoples’ Day, which replaced Columbus Day as an official state […]
Pro-Israel Northfield author shut out of Vermont media
Vermont ‘peace and justice’ groups falsely blame Israel for teaching U.S. police ‘neck kneeling’ (Editor’s note: readers might ask why Vermont writers and media should engage in the spirited defense of the […]
Inmates’ move from Mississippi to New Hampshire nixed
Though closer, Haverhill facility lacks adequate drug treatment program By Guy Page October 9, 2020 – Negotiations to move Vermont inmates from a Mississippi prison to to just across the Connecticut River […]
Scott lets commercial cannabis bill become law
Bill requires town authorization before retail stores may open. Also, several law enforcement bills signed or allowed to pass into law October 7, 2020 – The following press release was received this […]
Scott lets S54, commercial cannabis bill, become law
Also, several law enforcement bills signed or allowed to pass into law October 7, 2020 – The following press release was received this evening from Rebecca Kelley, press secretary for Gov. Phil […]
Burlington mayor proposes big carbon fee on new oil, gas heat
Estimated to add $7000 over 10 years for new construction By Guy Page October 7, 2020 – The City of Burlington is moving aggressively to make fossil-fuel heat prohibitively expensive to install […]
Vermont National Guard caucus formed in Legislature
Members of the Vermont Legislature have announced the formation of a Vermont National Guard Legislative Caucus in advance of an anticipated large-scale deployment of the Vermont Army National Guard in 2021, with […]
UPDATE: GWSA opens back door to carbon tax, Johnson opponents charge; Speaker responds
By Guy Page October 6, 2020 – Republicans in Grand Isle County bought a full page ad in the September 23-29 issue of The Islander, a local community newspaper, accusing local representative […]
Gray deflects questions about campaigning while still employed by Attorney General
The Scott Milne for Lieutenant Governor campaign today released a transcript of an exchange yesterday between WPTZ reporter Stewart Ledbetter and Democrat Lieutenant Gov. Candidate Molly Gray in which she refuses to […]
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